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White Horse Inn

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6551 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland
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Website
www.whitehorsebar.com

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About this place White Horse Inn

The White Horse Bar has anchored Oakland's LGBTQ+ nightlife since 1933, making it one of the oldest continuously operating gay bars in the United States. Sitting on the Oakland–Berkeley line at 6551 Telegraph Avenue, this neighborhood institution has weathered nearly a century of change while keeping its doors open to a mixed, multi-generational crowd. Expect an unpretentious, community-first atmosphere: a long bar, a compact dance floor, and a calendar that runs from karaoke and DJ nights to drag shows. The vibe is friendly and local rather than flashy, drawing regulars alongside newcomers curious about a piece of queer history. Cash comes in handy here, and the welcome is genuine. For visitors tracing the roots of Bay Area queer culture beyond the Castro, the White Horse is essential.

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Nora Ismail
Nora Ismail Aug 2026

Don’t bother coming here. They have the rudest bouncer that said I have an attitude when she/he/they clearly was there rude one. She/he/they doesn’t deserve a job here. Fire this person that’s driving away business. I dislike people that have a power trip. She made fun of my disability and bullied me for it. She thought I was not disabled and I was acting or something. I’ve never been discriminated against so badly before in my life. I don’t care about this human’s pronouns because she clearly loves to bully people and bullies don’t deserve any respect. I’m livid that this person has a job when I know so many unemployed people that would be way better at this job. Her incompetence amazes me. She doesn’t need training or a demotion she needs to be let go.

James Stahlman
James Stahlman Jul 2026
Alejandro Rodriguez
Alejandro Rodriguez Jul 2026

I was excited to visit this gay bar on the 4th of July, 2026 at 8pm. Sadly my visit was disappointing. It was pretty much dead inside. The employees were not friendly. They didn't seem happy that I was even there. I just felt very alone and sad when I was not wanting to be. I was polite to everyone I encountered. I just did not feel welcomed. Even the patrons seemed standoffish. The drinks I ordered were $16 with a tip. I ordered 2 drinks. Each at $16. And the drinks were extremely small. I will never visit again. I found no value or community here. I left after 1 hour. It was not worth my time or expense. Get new bartenders that are invested and happy to take care of customers. This was my experience as a non local from upstate western new york.

Crawdad Music
Crawdad Music Jun 2026

Great vibes, great staff, fun times.

Tasha Mente
Tasha Mente Jun 2026

There's no food here, fyi. Great selection of mocktails for sober folks. I hadn't been to the White Horse in years but there was a fun dance party going on in the back room for Pride, which was a lot of fun.

Peter Bernhardt
Peter Bernhardt Jun 2026
S Clark
S Clark Jun 2026

I’m pretty sure security stole my money clip that dropped out of my pocket tonight!

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